Ralph Robert Andrews

Ralph Robert Andrews, 86, of Du Quoin, passed away at 1:40 A.M., Wednesday, November 27, 2002 at the Veterans Hospital in Marion, IL.
Ralph had operated a used car dealership from 1956 to 1969.  He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church and Du Quoin VFW Post 513.  He was a US Navy veteran of W.W. II.  
He was born January 18, 1916 at Bismarck, ND, the son of Frank and Anna (Pelker) Andrews.  He was raised by his stepmother, Frances Andrews.
He married Esther C. Bendrick on November 26, 1936 at St. Charles Catholic Church in DuBois, IL and she preceded him in death on January 12, 2000.
He is survived by one sister-in-law - Loretta Reidelberger of DuBois, IL, one brother-in-law - Dr. A.J. Bendrick of Chicago Heights, IL, and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, one brother - Stanley, and one sister - Catherine.
Funeral services were at 10:00 A.M., Saturday, November 30, 2002 at St. Charles Catholic Church in Du Bois with Fr. Daniel Jurek officiating.
Friends called from 5 to 8 P.M., Friday at the Searby Funeral Home in Tamaroa.
Rosary was recited at 7 P.M., Friday at the funeral home.
Interment was in the St. Charles Catholic Cemetery in DuBois.
Military graveside rites were conducted by Du Quoin VFW Post 513.
Friends may make memorials to the St. Charles Church Renovation Fund and National Tuberous Sclerosis Association.
